This is an advanced course and students will need to be proficient at abstract and logical thinking. Therefore, strong mathematical ability, particularly in Algebra, is required. Level of achievement in Year 9 Mathematics and Science will be considered before a student is accepted into this course.

Course Outline:

Students choosing this course will learn how to read and draw circuit diagrams, how to identify and use electronic components and how to do computational thinking to develop good algorithms to solve problems using electronics. They will also learn how to program a microprocessor chip. Once the skills have been learned they will develop an electronics project, using Design Thinking skills to solve a real-world problem.

This course aims to:

Develop an understanding of the functioning of electronic components

Ability to correctly construct an electronic circuit

Develop an understanding of programming languages and their use in designing robotic applications